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THIRTEENTH SABBATH OFFERING

Three years ago when a Thirteenth Sabbath Offering was given to

the Inter-American Division, the overflow amounted to only $1,093.89,

which was the smallest overflow to this field for many years. It is hoped

that on September 26, the hearts of our people will be touched to give

liberally of their means to this needy neighbor mission field. We have

529 churches in this division, with a membership of 26,741. Our Sabbath

schools number 948, and have a membership of 39,434, showing that

there is a keen interest in our Sabbath school work there. Great progress

has been made in this field during recent years in winning souls to the

Master, and every dollar given on the thirteenth Sabbath will help

continue this work.

Plan definitely to place a certain amount each week in your Thir-

.eenth Sabbath Offering envelope. Let everyone endeavor to make

this Thirteenth Sabbath, Dollar Day. Remember that when the Thirteenth

Sabbath Offering reaches $60,000, $1,000 of the amount will be con-

sidered an "overflow" to the Inter-American Division. In addition, 10

per cent of the excess above $60,000 will be added to the overflow.

As will be seen by the map, the Inter-American Division covers a

large territory. When the missions talk is given each week in your

school, a glance at the map will show to what country or island reference

is being made.

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SABBATH SCHOOL LESSON QUARTERLY

THE LIFE AND TEACHINGS OF JESUS

Lesson 1 for July 4, 1936

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SABBATH

Jesus Comforts His Disciples

LESSON SCRIPTURE: John 14.

MEMORY VERSE: "Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you: not as the

world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be

afraid." John 14:27.

STUDY HELPS: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 662-672; "The Acts of the Apostles,"

pp. 21-24.

PLACE: Jesus and His disciples were still in a guest chamber in Jerusalem where

they had eaten the Passover, and the ordinances of the Lord's house had been

instituted.

PERSONS: Jesus and the eleven.

"I Go to Prepare a Place for You"

What statement had Jesus made to the disciples which caused

them sorrow of heart? John 13:33.

NOTE.—"There cannot be doubt, that the first discourse was spoken while

at the supper table. It connects itself closely with that statement which had

caused them [the disciples] so much sorrow and perplexity, that, whither He

was going, they could not come; . . . the two great elements in the discourse

being: teaching and comfort."—"Life

and Times of Jesus," Edersheim,

513.

"The disciples could not rejoice when they heard this. Fear fell upon them.

They pressed close about the Saviour. Their Master and Lord, their beloved

Teacher and Friend, He was dearer to them than life. To Him they had looked

for help in all their difficulties, for comfort in their sorrows and disappoint-

ments. Now He was to leave them, a lonely, dependent company. Dark were

the forebodings that filled their hearts."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

662.

With what words of assurance and promise did Jesus seek to

comfort His disciples? John 14:1-4.

Two Disciples Ask Questions

What question did Thomas ask? What vital truths did Jesus set

forth in His reply? Verses 5-7.

NOTE.—"There are not many ways to heaven. Each one may not choose

his own way. . . . He is the way by which alone we can have access to God."

—Id.,

663.

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What truth concerning his Master had Philip not yet understood?

How did Jesus gently reprove him? How did Jesus try to show that they

could know the Father only by knowing the Son? Verses 8-11; Heb. 1:1-3.

NOTE.—"Christ had not ceased to be God when He became man. Though

He had humbled Himself to humanity, the Godhead was still His own. Christ

alone could represent the Father to humanity, and this representation the

disciples had been privileged to behold for over three years. . . . Their faith

might safely rest on the evidence given in Christ's works, works that no man,

of himself, ever had done, or ever could do. Christ's works testified to His

divinity. Through Him the Father had been revealed."—Id.,

pp.

663, 664.

What did Jesus say those who believe in Him will do? What assur-

ance did He give them? What will those do who love Him? John 14:12-15;

NorE.—"By this Christ did not mean that the disciples' work would be of

a more exalted character than His, but that it would have greater extent. He.

did not refer merely to miracle-working, but to all that would take place under

the working of the Holy Spirit. After the Lord's ascension, the disciples realized

the fulfillment of His promise. . . .

"The Saviour's promise to His disciples is a promise to His church to the

end of time. God did not design that His wonderful plan to redeem men

should achieve only insignificant results. All who will go to work, trusting

not in what they themselves can do, but in what God can do for and through

them, will certainly realize the fulfillment of His promise. . . .

"To pray in Christ's name means much. It means that we are to accept

His character, manifest His spirit, and work His works."—Id.,

pp.

664-668.

The Promise of Another Comforter

What request would Jesus make of the Father? How long will this

other Comforter remain with believers? How intimate is His association

with them? Verses 16, 17.

NOTE.—"The Holy Spirit is Christ's representative, but divested of the

personality of humanity, and independent thereof. Cumbered with humanity,

Christ could not be in every place personally. Therefore it was for their interest

that He should go to the Father, and send the Spirit to be His successor on

earth. No one could then have any advantage because of his location or his

personal contact with Christ. By the Spirit the Saviour would be accessible

to all. In this sense He would be nearer to them than if He had not ascended

on high."—Id.,

669.

Though leaving His disciples, what did Jesus promise them? What

does faith enable the believer to experience in personal relationship

with Jesus? Verses 18-20.

How is true love for Jesus proved? What promise is given to those

who so love Him? Verse 21.

What question was asked by one of the disciples? What did Jesus

say in reply? Verses 22-24.

10.

For what purpose did Jesus tell these things to the disciples while

He was still with them? Verses 25, 29; 13:19.

11.

What did Jesus say the Comforter, or Holy Spirit, would be able

to do for His people? John 14:26.

NOTE.—"The Holy Spirit was the highest of all gifts that He [Jesus] could

solicit from His Father for the exaltation of His people. The Spirit was to

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be given as a regenerating agent, and without this the sacrifice of Christ would

have been of no avail. The power of evil had been strengthening for centuries,

and the submission of men to this satanic captivity was amazing. Sin could be

resisted and overcome only through the mighty agency of the Third Person of

the Godhead, who would come with no modified energy, but in the fullness

of divine power. It is the Spirit that makes effectual what has been wrought

out by the world's Redeemer. It is by the Spirit that the heart is made pure.

Through the Spirit the believer becomes a partaker of the divine nature.

Christ has given His Spirit as a divine power to overcome all hereditary and

cultivated tendencies to evil, and to impress His own character upon His

church."—Id.,

671.

Peace

12.

What does Jesus give to every true believer? What words did He

repeat? Verse 27.

13.

To what did Jesus again refer? What spirit might the disciples

have shown that would have been pleasing to Him? Verse 28.

14.

After that evening, why could not Jesus talk much more with the

eleven? Verse 30.

NOTE.-"

'Hath nothing in Me.' There is in Me no principle or feeling that

accords with his, and nothing, therefore by which he can prevail."—Barnes.

15.

What would even the world know by the experiences through

which Jesus was to pass? What did He then say to the disciples? Before

leaving the upper room, what did they do? Verse 31; Matt. 26:30, margin.

NoTE.—"Before leaving the upper chamber, the Saviour led His disciples

in a song of praise. His voice was heard, not in the strains of some mournful

lament, but in the joyful notes of the Passover halle1:—

" '0 praise the Lord, all ye nations;

Praise Him all ye people.

For His merciful kindness is great toward us,

And the truth of the Lord endureth forever.

Praise ye the Lord'

"After the hymn, they went out. Through the crowded streets they made

their way, passing out of the city gate toward the Mount of Olives. Slowly

they proceeded, each busy with his own thoughts."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

672.

THINE ON THESE THINGS

Reasons for not being troubled in mind.

The proof of love for Jesus.

What the Holy Spirit can do for me.

How can Jesus manifest Himself to me, when the world cannot see Him?

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INTER-AMERICAN DIVISION

Lesson 2 for July 11, 1936

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SABBATH

The Vine and the Branches; Jesus' Last Prayer

With His Disciples

LESSON SCRIPTURES: John 15:1-15; 17.

MEMORY VERSE: "I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in Me,

and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for severed from Me ye can do

nothing." John 15:5, margin.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 674-680.

PLACE: On the way from the upper chamber in Jerusalem where the Passover was

eaten to the Garden of Gethsemane.

PERSONS: Jesus and the eleven.

A Lesson From the Vine

Looking upon a grapevine by the wayside, what did Jesus say of

Himself? Of His Father? Who are the branches? John 15:1, 5, first part.

NOTE.—"Jesus

and the disciples were on the way to Gethsemane, at the

foot of Mount Olivet, a retired spot which He had often visited for meditation

and prayer. The Saviour had been explaining to His disciples His mission to

the world, and the spiritual relation to Him which they were to sustain. Now

He illustrates the lesson. The moon

shining bright, and reveals to Him a

flourishing grapevine. Drawing the attention of the disciples to it, He employs

it as a symbol."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

674.

What is done with every unfruitful branch? With every fruitful one?

Upon what conditions may one bear the fruits of a Christian experience?

Verses 2-5.

NOTE.—The Greek adjective here translated "clean" has the same root as

the Greek verb translated "purge" or "prune" in the previous verse.

If one abides not in Christ, what is the sure result? What unlimited

possibilities are attainable by abiding in Him? How may we best glorify

the Father? Verses 6-8.

NoTE.—"From the chosen twelve who had followed Jesus, one as a withered

branch was about to be taken away, the rest were to pass under the pruning

knife of bitter trial. Jesus with solemn tenderness explained the purpose of

the husbandman. The pruning will cause pain, but it is the Father who applies

the knife. He works with no wanton hand or indifferent heart. There are

branches trailing upon the ground; these must be cut loose from the earthly

supports to which their tendrils are fastening. They are to reach heavenward,

and find their support in God. The excessive foliage that draws away the life

current from the fruit, must be pruned off. The overgrowth must be cut out,

to give room for the healing beams of the Sun of Righteousness. The hus-

bandman prunes away the harmful growth, that the fruit may be richer and

more abundant."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

677..

Great Love for Us

How does Jesus state His love for us? How only may we abide in

His love? Verses 9, 10,

NOTE.—"You are just as dependent upon Christ, in order to live a holy life,

as is the branch upon the parent stock for growth and fruitfulness. Apart from

Him you have no life. You have no power to resist temptation or to grow in

grace and holiness. Abiding in Him, you may flourish. Drawing your life from

Him, you will not wither nor be fruitless. You will be like a tree planted by

the rivers of water.

"Many have an idea that they must do some part of the work alone. They

have trusted in Christ for the forgiveness of sin, but now they seek by their

own efforts to live aright. But every such effort must fail. Jesus says, 'Without

Me ye can do nothing.' Our growth in grace, our joy, our usefulness,—all

depend upon our union with Christ. ,It is by communion with Him, daily,

hourly,—by abiding in Him,—that we are to grow in grace. He is not only the

author but the finisher of our faith. It is Christ first and last and always. He

is to be with us, not only at the beginning and the end of our course, but at

every step of the

way."—"Steps to Christ," pp. 73,74.

Closing Instruction

Why did Jesus' tell His disciples these things? What command-

ment did Jesus then give? What is the greatest proof a person can give

of his love for another? Verses 11-13.

Nom.—"The joy of seeing souls redeemed, souls eternally saved, is the re-

ward of all that put their feet in the footprints of Him who said, 'Follow Me.' "

"The Desire of Ages,"

523.

It was for this joy that Jesus "endured the cross,

despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God."

Heb. 12:2. It is this joy that will enable the child of God now to endure hard-

ness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

What contrast did Jesus make between a servant and a friend?

Verses 14, 15.

What were the closing words of His talk with the disciples? John

16:33.

Jesus Prays

After ending His instruction to the eleven, what did Jesus do?

What were the opening words of His prayer? John 17:1.

NOTE.—The Son of God is addressing His Father and our Father. Divinity

in humanity is pleading with divinity for humanity. No other such prayer can

be found upon record. It is the outbreathing of divine love for Christ's own

in a sinful world. Ponder the prayer. Become familiar with its words. Every

sentence is full of divine meaning. Let it become Jesus' prayer for you.

What power had been given to the Son of God? For what purpose?

What is eternal life? Verses 2, 3.

10.

What did Jesus say of His loyalty to His Father? What only did

He ask for Himself? (Verse 5) Verses 4-8.

NOTE.—"Man cannot show greater weakness than by allowing men to

ascribe to him the honor for gifts that are Heaven-bestowed. The true Chris-

tian will make God first and last and best in everything. No ambitious motives

will chill his love for God; steadily, perseveringly will he cause honor to

redound to his heavenly Father. It is when we are faithful in exalting the name

of God that our impulses are under divine supervision, and we are enabled to

develop spiritual and intellectual

power."—"Prophets and Kings," pp. 68, 69.

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11.

For whom did Jesus pray? What did He especially request for

the believers? What reference did He make to Judas Iscariot? Verses

9-12.

12.

What had Jesus given to His disciples? How would the world

continue to regard them? For what reason? Verses 13, 14.

13.

For what did Jesus not pray? From what did He desire His dis-

ciples to be kept? Verses 15, 16.

14.

Through what were His followers to be sanctified? What had

Jesus Himself done? For whom else, besides those present, did Jesus

pray? Verses 17-20.

15.

What would be the effect of complete oneness among believers?

Verses 21-23.

NOTE.—"It is the will of God that union and brotherly love should exist

among His people. The prayer of Christ just before His crucifixion was that

His disciples might be one as He is one with the Father, that the world might

believe that God had sent Him. This most touching and wonderful prayer

reaches down the ages, even to our day. . . . While we are not to sacrifice

one principle of truth, it should be our constant aim to reach this state of

unity. This is the evidence of our discipleship."—"Patriarchs

and Prophets,"

520.

16.

What did Jesus desire His beloved ones to behold? Who has not

known the Father? Who has known Him? What will Jesus continue to

do? Verses 24-26.

NOTE.—"All that man needs to know or can know of God has been re-

vealed in the life and character of His Son. . . .

"Taking humanity upon Him, Christ came to be one with humanity, and

at the same time to reveal our heavenly Father to sinful human beings. He

was in all things made like unto His brethren. He became flesh, even as we

are. He was hungry and thirsty and weary. He was sustained by food and

refreshed by sleep. He shared the lot of men, and yet He was the blameless

Son of God. He was a stranger and sojourner on the earth,—in the world,

but not of the world; tempted and tried as men and women today are tempted

and tried, yet living a life free from sin.

"Tender, compassionate, sympathetic, ever considerate of others, He repre-

sented the character of God, and was constantly engaged in service for God and

man."—"Testimonies," vol. 8,

286.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

The source and results of a fruitful life.

The end of a life apart from Christ.

Loyalty to Jesus.

Loyalty to our fellow men.

"Temptations often appear irresistible because, through neglect of prayer

and the study of the Bible, the tempted one cannot readily remember God's

promises and meet Satan with the Scripture weapons. But angels are round

about those who are willing to be taught in divine things; and in the time of

great necessity, they will bring to their remembrance the very truths which

are needed."—"The

Great Controversy,"

600.

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Lesson 3 for July 18, 1936

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In the Garden of Gethsemane

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Matthew 26:36-56; Mark 14:32-52; Luke 22:39-53;

John 18:1-12.

MEMORY VERSE: "Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit

indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak." Matt. 26:41.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 685-697.

PLACE: The Garden of Gethsemane, about three fourths of a mile east of the wall

of Jerusalem, and across the brook Kedron, near the foot of Mount Olivet. A

place where Jesus was accustomed to go with His disciples for prayer and for

giving instruction.

PERSONS: Jesus and the eleven; Judas with the soldiers and a mob; an unnamed

young man,

Jesus, Peter, James, and John Enter the Garden

After Jesus had prayed with His disciples, where did they then go?

John 18:1.

What did Jesus say to them? Who were privileged to go with Him

farther into the garden? What were His feelings at the time? What did

He ask the three disciples who were with Him to do? Matt. 26:36-38.

NOTE.—"In

company with His disciples, the Saviour slowly made His way

to the Garden of Gethsemane. The Passover moon,

broad and full, shone from

a cloudless sky. The city of pilgrims' tents was hushed into silence.

"Jesus had been earnestly conversing with His disciples and instructing

them; but as He neared Gethsemane, He became strangely silent. . . . So

dreadful does sin appear to Him, so great is the weight of guilt which He must

bear, that He is tempted to fear it will shut Him out forever from His Father's

love. Feeling how terrible is the wrath of God against transgression, He ex-

claims, 'My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death.'

"As they approached the garden, the disciples had marked the,change that

came over their Master. Never before had they seen Him so utterly sad and

silent. As He proceeded, this strange sadness deepened; yet they dared not

question Him as to the cause. His form swayed as if He were about to fall.

Upon reaching the garden, the disciples looked anxiously for His usual place

of retirement, that their Master might rest. Every step that He now took

was with labored effort. He groaned aloud, as if suffering under the pressure of

a terrible burden. Twice His companions supported Him, or He would have

fallen to the earth.

"Near the entrance to the garden, Jesus left all but three of the disciples,

bidding them pray for themselves and for Him. With Peter, James, and John,

He entered its secluded recesses. These three disciples were Christ's closest com-

panions. They had beheld His glory on the mount of transfiguration; they

had seen Moses and Elijah talking with Him; they had heard the voice from

heaven; now in His great struggle, Christ desired their presence near Him."—

"The Desire of Ages,"

pp.

685, 686.

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Jesus Prayed—The Disciples Slept

Having gone a little distance from them, what did Jesus then do?

Repeat the words of His prayer? Verse 39.

On returning to the three disciples, what did Jesus find? What

question did He ask Peter? Verse 40.

NorE.—"The human heart longs for sympathy in suffering. This longing

Christ felt to the very depths of His being. In the supreme agony of His soul

He came to His disciples with a yearning desire to hear some words of comfort

from those whom He had so often blessed and comforted, and shielded in

sorrow and distress. The One who had always had words of sympathy for

them was now suffering superhuman agony, and He longed to know that they

were praying for Him and for themselves. How dark seemed the malignity

of sin. Terrible was the temptation to let the human race bear the consequences

of its own guilt, while He stood innocent before God. If He could only know

that His disciples understood and appreciated this, He would be strengthened.

Rising with painful effort, He staggered to the place where He had left His

companions. But He 'findeth them asleep' Had He found them praying, He

would have been relieved."—Id.,

pp. 687, 688.

What tender admonition did Jesus give? How did He seek to

excuse His disciples? Verse 41.

NOTE.—"The

weakness of His disciples awakened the sympathy of Jesus.

He feared that they would not be able to endure the test which would come

upon them in His betrayal and death. . . . Even in His great agony, He was

seeking to excuse their weakness."—Id.,

p. 689.

Leaving His disciples a second time, what did Jesus pray? Re-

turning to them again, in what condition did He find them? Verses

42, 43.

What did the Saviour do the third time? With what intensity did

He pray? How was He strengthened? Verse 44; Luke 22:41-44.

NoTE.—"God suffered with His Son. Angels beheld the Saviour's agony.

They saw their Lord enclosed by legions of Satanic forces. His nature weighed

down with a shuddering, mysterious dread. There was silence in heaven. No

harp was touched. Could mortals have viewed the amazement of the angelic

host as in silent grief they watched the Father separating His beams of light,

love, and glory from His beloved Son, they would better understand how

offensive in His sight is sin.

"The worlds unfallen and the heavenly angels had watched with intense

interest as the conflict drew to its close. Satan and his confederacy of evil, the

legions of apostasy, watched intently this great crisis in the work of redemp-

tion. The powers of good and evil waited to see what answer would come to

Christ's thrice-repeated prayer. Angels had longed to bring relief to the divine

sufferer, but this might not be. No way of escape was found for the Son of

God. In this awful crisis, when everything was at stake, when the mysterious

cup trembled in the hand of the sufferer, the heavens opened, a light shone

forth amid the stormy darkness of the crisis hour, and the mighty angel who

stands in God's presence, occupying the position ro

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which Satan fell, came

to the side of Christ. The angel came not to take the cup from Christ's hand,

but to strengthen Him to drink it, with the assurance of the Father's love."

—Id., p. 693.

Returning

to the disciples. what did He say to them? What was

about to take place? What did He bid them do? Matt. 26:45, 46.

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Judas and a Mob Appear

While Jesus was thus speaking, who came into His presence?

Who were with him? Verse 47.

10.

What sign and direction did Judas give the multitude? Verse 48.

Jesus Stepped Forth

11.

Knowing all that was to come to pass, what did Jesus ask as He

stepped forth? How did the mob reply? What direct answer did Jesus

make? Who stood with the mob? John 18:4, 5.

Divine Glory Manifested

12.

What occurred when Jesus said, "I am He"? Verse 6.

NOTE.—"No traces of His recent agony were visible as Jesus stepped forth

meet His betrayer. Standing in advance of His disciples, He said, 'Whom

seek ye?' They answered, 'Jesus of Nazareth.' Jesus replied, 'I am He.' As

these words were spoken, the angel who had lately ministered to Jesus, moved

between Him and the mob.

divine light illuminated the Saviour's face, and

a dovelike form overshadowed Him. In the presence of this divine glory, the

murderous throng could not stand for a moment. They staggered back. Priests,

elders, soldiers, and even Judas, fell as dead men to the ground.

"The angel withdrew, and the light faded away. Jesus had opportunity to

escape, but He remained, calm and self-possessed. As one glorified He stood

in the midst of that hardened band, now prostrate and helpless at His feet.

The disciples looked on, silent with wonder and awe."—Id.,

694.

A Repeated Conversation

13.

When the mob recovered itself, what question did Jesus again"'

ask? What the reply? How does Jesus reveal His anxiety and love for

His disciples? Verses 7, 8.

14.

What shows that Judas did not forget the part he was to act?

Matt. 26:49.

15.

What did Jesus say to Judas? Verse 50; Luke 22:48.

NOTE.—"The mob grew bold as they saw Judas touch the person of Him

who had so recently been glorified before their eyes. They now laid hold of

Jesus, and proceeded to bind those precious hands that had ever been employed

in doing good. The disciples had thought that their Master would not suffer

Himself to be taken. For the same power that had caused the mob to fall as

dead men could keep them helpless, until Jesus and His companions should

escape. They were disappointed and indignant as they saw the cords brought

forward to bind the hands of Him whom they loved."—Id.,

696.

Peter Drew His Sword

16.

How did Peter think to defend His Master? What did Jesus say

to him for this rash act? What did Jesus do? Luke 22:49-51; Matt. 26:52.

NOTE.—The import of the words, "Suffer ye thus far," spoken to His cap-

tors, seems to be, "Bear with Me a little till I correct this error." The officers

were already laying hands upon Him; but He would have them desist a little,

till He did one more deed of mercy. Sublime nobility of love that could put

forth a hand to heal the the wound of an enemy, the very hand so soon to be

pierced. Dark and dead must have been the souls of men who could remain

unmoved by so divine a deed.

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17.

If Jesus so desired, in what manner could He have obtained pro-

tection? Why could He not ask to be delivered from His enemies? Matt.

26:53, 54.

A Prophecy Fulfilled

18.

What did Jesus now say to the multitude? What reason did He

give as to why He permitted Himself to be taken? What did the disciples

now do? Verses 55, 56.

NozE.—"The disciples were terrified as they saw Jesus permit Himself to

be taken and bound. They were offended that He should suffer this humilia-

tion to Himself and them. They could not understand His conduct, and they

blamed Him for submitting to the mob. In their indignation and fear, Peter

proposed that they save themselves. Following this suggestion, 'they all for-

sook Him, and fled.' But Christ had foretold this desertion."—Id.,

697.

THINS ON THESE THINGS

The need of watching and praying against temptation.

Resignation in prayer.

Jesus' love for the disciples.

The fulfillment of Scripture.

Lesson 4 for July 25, 1936

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SABBATH

Jesus Before the High Priest; Peter's Denial

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Matthew 26:57-75; Mark 14:53-72; Luke 22:54-71;

John 18:12-27.

MEMORY VERSE: "He is despised and rejected of men; a Man of sorrows, and

acquainted with grief." Isa. 53:3.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 698-715.

PLACE: From Gethsemane to the home of Annas, thence to the judgment hall of

Caiaphas, the high priest.

PERSONS: Jesus; John; Peter; Annas, the ex-high priest; Caiaphas, the high

priest; the council (Sanhedrin); witnesses; onlookers; guards; servants.

Jesus Taken Before Officials

After Jesus was arrested in Gethsemane, where was He taken?

John 18:12-14.

NoTE.—Reading the record as given by each of the four evangelists, we

learn that after Jesus was bound by His captors, He was first taken to the

home of Annas, the former high priest, a man much respected by the Jews.

Still bound, Annas sent Him to Caiaphas, son-in-law of Annas, who was then

high priest. Caiaphas is identified (John 11:49-52) as the high priest who had

spoken in a council saying with reference to Jesus, "It is expedient for us, that

one man should die for the people, and that the whole nation perish not."

Where was Jesus next taken? Who were assembled at the house

of Caiaphas? Verse 24; Matt. 26:57.

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Peter and John Arrive

What did Peter and another disciple do? John 18:15, 16.

NOTE.—"After deserting their Master in the garden, two of the disciples

had ventured to follow, at a distance, the mob that had Jesus in charge. These

disciples were Peter and John. The priests recognized John as a well-known

disciple of Jesus, and admitted him to the hall, hoping that as he witnessed the

humiliation of his leader, he would scorn the idea of such a one being the Son

of God. John spoke in favor of Peter, and gained an entrance for him also.

"In

the court a fire had been kindled; for it was the coldest hour of foie

night, being just before the dawn. A company drew about the fire, and Peter

presumptuously took his place with them. He did not wish to be recognized

as a disciple of Jesus. By mingling carelessly with the crowd, he hoped to be

taken for one of those who had brought Jesus to the

hall."—"The Desire of

Ages,"

710.

False Witnesses

What did the council deliberately endeavor to secure? With what

purpose in mind? How successful were they? Mark 14:55-59; Matt.

26:59-61.

NoTE.—"Early in His ministry Christ had said, 'Destroy this temple, and

in three days I will raise it up.' In the figurative language of prophecy, He had

thus foretold His own death and resurrection. 'He spake of the temple of His

body.' These words the Jews had understood in a literal sense, as referring to

the temple at Jerusalem. Of all that Christ had said, the priests could find

nothing to use against Him save this. By misstating these words they hoped

to gain an advantage. The Romans had engaged in rebuilding and embellishing

the temple, and they took great pride in it; any contempt shown to it would

be sure to excite their indignation. -Here Romans and Jews, Pharisees and

Sadducees, could meet; for all held the temple in great veneration. On this

point two witnesses were found whose testimony was not so contradictory as

that of the others had been. One of them, who had been bribed to accuse Jesus,

declared, 'This fellow said, I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to

build it in three days' Thus Christ's words were misstated. If they had been

reported exactly as He spoke them, they would not have secured His condem-

nation even by the Sanhedrin."—Id.,

pp.

705,706.

Jesus Declares Himself

What did the high priest ask Jesus? When Jesus did not reply,

how did the high priest solemnly adjure Him? What answer did Jesus

then make? Matt. 26:62-64.

NOTE.—When asked directly by the proper person to declare His identity,

Jesus did not hesitate to answer. His words, "Thou hast said," are equivalent

to an affirmative answer, as when He used the same expression in answering

Judas in verse 25.

"Every ear was bent to listen, and every eye was fixed on His face as He

answered, 'Thou hast said.' A heavenly light seemed to illuminate His pale

countenance as He added, "Nevertheless

say unto you, Hereafter shall ye see

the

Son of man

sitting

on the

right hand of power, and coming in the clouds of

heaven.'

"For a moment the divinity of Christ flashed through His guise of human-

ity. The high priest quailed before the penetrating eyes of the Saviour. That

look seemed to read his hidden thoughts, and burn into his heart. Never in

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afterlife did he forget that searching glance of the persecuted Son of God."

—Id.,

707. •

A Decision Reached

What did the high priest then do to show his pretended indigna-

tion? What did he say? When he pressed the council for a decision,

what was the verdict? Matt. 26:65, 66.

NOTE.—According to Jewish law, as cited in the "Cambridge Bible for

Schools and Colleges," "the penalty for procuring false witnesses was death."

Other violations of ths

e rules were, "the trial by night, the sentence on the first

day of trial, the trial of a capital charge on the day before the Sabbath, the

suborning of witnesses, the direct interrogation by the high priest."

"A high priest was not to rend his garments. By the Levitical law, this was

prohibited under sentence of death. Under no circumstances, on no occasion,

was the priest to rend his robe. It was the custom among the Jews for the

garments to be rent at the death of friends, but this custom the priests were

not to observe. Express command had been given by Christ to Moses con-

cerning this."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

pp.

708,709.

Insult and Mockery

What cruel treatment did Jesus then receive? Verses 67, 68.

NOTE.—"The Saviour was now treated as a condemned criminal, and given

up to be abused by the lowest and vilest of humankind. The palace of the high

priest surrounded an open court in which the soldiers and the multitude had

gathered. Through this court, Jesus was taken to the guardroom, on every side

meeting with mockery of His claim to be the Son of God."—Id.,

710.

Peter Denies Jesus

What did the damsel who kept the door say to Peter as he entered

the court of the palace? How did Peter reply? John 18:17.

With whom did Peter mingle as he stood near the fire? Verse 18.

10.

What did another maid remark about Peter when she saw him

in the porch? How did Peter seek to strengthen his denial? Matt. 26:71, 72.

11.

What did bystanders say to Peter a little later? Who among the

servants had seen Peter in the garden? Matt. 26:73; John 18:25, 26.

12.

With what emphasis did Peter deny his Lord a third time? What

happened immediately? Matt. 26:74.

13.

What words did Peter now recall? What did he do? Verse 75,

first part; Luke 22:61, 62.

NoTE.—"While the degrading oaths were fresh upon Peter's lips, and the

shrill crowing of the cock was still ringing in his ears, the Saviour turned from

the frowning judges, and looked full upon His poor disciple. At the same

time Peter's eyes were drawn to his Master. In that gentle countenance he

read deep pity and sorrow, but there was no anger there. The sight of that

pale, suffering face, those quivering lips, that look of compassion and for-

giveness, pierced his heart like an arrow. . . . He reflected with horror upon

his own ingratitude, his falsehood, his perjury. Once more he looked at his

Master, and saw a sacrilegious hand raised to smite Him in the face. Unable

longer to endure the scene, he rushed, heartbroken, from the hall. He pressed

on in solitude and darkness, he knew not and cared not whither. At last he

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found himself in Gethsemane. . . . On the very spot where Jesus had poured

out His soul in agony to His Father, Peter fell upon his face, and wished that

he might die. It was in sleeping when Jesus bade him watch and pray that

Peter had prepared the way for his great sin."—Id.,

pp.

712, 713.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

The danger in these days of denying Jesus in word or act.

"And now, though ages intervene,

Sin is the same, while time and scene

Are shifted.

"For all at last the cock will crow

Who hear the warning voice, but go

Unheeding,

"Till thrice and more they have denied

The Man of Sorrows, crucified

And bleeding."

Lesson 5 for August 1, 1936

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Jesus Before the Sanhedrin; Jesus Before Pilate:

The Death of Judas

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Luke 22:66 to 23:3; Matthew 27:1-14; John 18:28-38;

Mark 15:1-5.

MEMORY VERSE: "Who did no sin, neither was guile found in His mouth."

1 Peter 2:22.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 716-728.

PLACES: Before the Sanhedrin; in the house of Caiaphas; Pilate's judgment hall.

PERSONS: Jesus; the chief priests and members of the Sanhedrin; Judas, the traitor;

Pilate, the Roman governor; the multitude.

Jesus Before the High Council

As soon as day dawned after the night when Jesus was taken,

what was done with Him? Luke 22:66.

NOTE.—The

beginning of this lesson seems to have been a formal meeting

of the Sanhedrin, the council highest in authority among the Jews. The pur-

pose of this session in the morning was no doubt that of passing the legal

sentence, and approving the acts of the previous night.

Though the Sanhedrin could come to the decision that Jesus was worthy

of death, it had not the authority to carry out its own sentence. The leaders

therefore took counsel as to how they could present Jesus to the Roman

governor so as to secure His condemnation. Their charge against Him must

be a political one. Evidently they made the charge of conspiracy against

Caesar.

What question did the Sanhedrin ask Jesus? What answer did He

give? Verse 67.

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What further statement did Jesus make? Verses 68, 69.

What did this lead them all to ask? How did Jesus acknowledge

the truth in their question? How did the Jews regard the answer of Jesus?

Verses 70, 71.

Jesus Before the Roman Governor

After His condemnation by the Sanhedrin, where was Jesus taken?

Luke 23:1; John 18:28.

NorE.—"After condemning Jesus, the council of the Sanhedrin had come

to Pilate to have the sentence confirmed and executed. But these Jewish

officials would not enter the Roman judgment hall. According to their cere-

monial law they would be defiled thereby, and thus prevented from taking

part in the feast of the Passover. In their blindness they did not see that

murderous hatred had defiled their hearts. They did not see that Christ was the

real Passover lamb, and that, since they had rejected Him, the great feast had

for them lost its significance.

"When the Saviour was brought into the judgment hall, Pilate looked upon

Him with no friendly eyes. The Roman governor had been called from his

bedchamber in haste, and he determined to do his work as quickly as possible.

He was prepared to deal with the prisoner with magisterial severity."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

723.

What question did Pilate ask of those who had brought Jesus to

him? What was the reply? John 18:29, 30.

What did Pilate then tell the Jews to do? What was their reply?

What statement concerning the manner of Jesus' death was thus ful-

filled? Verses 31, 32.

NOTE.—Pilate's reply was a reminder to the Jews that they were a subject

nation. According to Jesus' own prophecy He was to be condemned to death

by the Jews, but delivered into the hands of the Gentiles to be crucified. Matt.

20:19. John referred in John 18:32 to the fulfillment of this prophecy.

What accusations against Jesus were then made to Pilate? What

direct question did Pilate ask? What was the reply? Luke 23:2, 3.

NOTE.—Jesus' answer, "Thou sayest," is similar to that used when Caiaphas

urged Him to say whether or not He was the Son of God. Matt. 26:64. It is

equivalent to an affirmative answer. Jesus could not deny that He was the Son

of God or King of the Jews.

When Pilate questioned Jesus privately, what did he ask? How

did Jesus reply? John 18:33, 34.

10.

What did Pilate say had been done? What information did Jesus

give him about His kingdom? Verses 35, 36.

11.

What did Jesus say of His kingship? What query arose in Pilate's

mind? Verses 37, 38. ,

12.

How did Jesus receive the charges of the priests and elders?

What did Pilate then ask Him? When Jesus made no attempt to defend

Himself against the accusations, how was Pilate affected? Matt. 27:12-14.

The Fate of Judas

13.

When Judas saw that Jesus was condemned by Caiaphas and

the Sanhedrin, what did he do? Matt. 27:3.

14.

What confession did he make? What sarcastic reply did he

receive? Verse 4.

NorE.—"Judas reasoned that if Jesus was to be crucified, the event must

come to pass. His own act in betraying the Saviour would not change the

result. . . . Judas did not, however, believe that Christ would permit Himself

to be arrested. . . . Judas beheld the captors of Christ, acting upon his words,

bind Him firmly. In amazement he saw that the Saviour suffered Himself to

be led away. Anxiously he followed Him from the garden to the trial before

the Jewish rulers. At every movement he looked for Him to surprise His

enemies, by appearing before them as the Son of God, and setting at naught

all their plots and power. But as hour after hour went by, and Jesus sub-

mitted to all the abuse heaped upon Him, a terrible fear came to the traitor

that he had sold his Master to His death.

"As the trial drew to a close, Judas could endure the torture of his guilty

conscience no longer. Suddenly a hoarse voice rang through the hall, sending

a thrill of terror to all hearts: He is innocent; spare Him,

Caiaphas!

"The tall form of Judas was now seen pressing through the startled throng.

His face was pale and haggard, and great drops of sweat stood on his forehead.

Rushing to the throne of judgment, he threw down before the high priest the

pieces of silver that bad been the price of his Lord's betrayal. Eagerly grasp-

ing the robe of Caiaphas, he implored him to release Jesus, declaring that

He had done nothing worthy of death. Caiaphas angrily shook him off; but

was confused, and knew not what to say. The perfidy of the priests was re-

vealed. It was evident that they had bribed the disciple to betray his Master."

—Id., pp. 720-722.

15.

In his despair, what did Judas do? Verse 5.

NoTE.—Several things show that the repentance of Judas was not of the

genuine kind that brings remission of sins: (1) It did not come till he saw

that Jesus was condemned—it was based on consequences, not on the sinfulness

of betrayal. (2) If the repentance had been of the right kind, he would not

have taken his own life. (3) The word "repented" used here is not the usual

one for repentance of sin, but rather denotes a growing anxiety over a thing

after it is done, and could very properly be rendered here "filled with regret

or remorse."

16.

What did the priests say about the betrayal money? Verse 6.

Nom—This

a striking example of straining at a gnat and swallowing

a camel. Matt. 23:24. It was a matter for serious counsel what to do with

this "tainted" money,—tainted by themselves in taking it out of the Lord's

treasury and using it to bribe the betrayer of Jesus. They were mindful of the

law in not putting the price of bribery back into the treasury, but they ignored

the law in the murder of the innocent Son of God.

17.

What did the priests decide to do with the money? What name

was given to this field set apart as a burial place for paupers, criminals,

and unknown persons? Verses 7, 8.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

The extremities to which wicked men will resort to gain their objective.

The blinding influence of prejudice and hatred.

The untimely end of an unrepentant sinner.

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Lesson 6 for August 8, 1936

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SABBATH

Jesus Before Herod; Pilate Seeks to Release Jesus

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Luke 23:4-25; Matthew 27:15-26; John 18:39 to 19:12;

Mark 15:6-15.

MEMORY VERSE: "He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for

our iniquities." Isa. 53:5.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 728-740.

PLACES: Pilate's judgment hall; Herod's court; return to Pilate's hall.

PERSONS: Jesus; Pilate; Herod Antipas, ruler of Galilee, then in Jerusalem; priests;

soldiers; the mob.

Pilate Finds No Fault: Sends Jesus to Herod

After Pilate had heard the accusations and talked with Jesus

privately, what did he say to the priests and people? Luke 23:4.

In response what did the Jews say of the extent of Jesus' influence?

What information did Pilate seek? Verses 5, 6.

NOTE.—Three charges against Jesus were made before Pilate by the Jews,

and these may be summed up as follows: (1) sedition, inciting revolution;

(2) "forbidding to give tribute to Caesar," the Roman emperor; (3) claiming

to be the Son of God and the king of the Jews.

To whom did Pilate send Jesus? Verse 7.

NOTE.—The Herod here mentioned is Herod Antipas, son of Herod the

Great. He was ruler of Galilee and Perea. He was a wicked man, and one of

his greatest crimes was the beheading of John the Baptist. At the time of the

events of this lesson, he was in Jerusalem, having come to attend the Passover.

What had Herod long desired? What did he now hope to

see?

How did Jesus respond to Herod's questions? Verses 8, 9.

NOTE.—Herod

"ordered that the fetters of Christ should be unloosed, at

the same time charging His enemies with roughly treating Him. Looking with

compassion into the serene face of the world's Redeemer, he read

it only

wisdom and purity. He as well as Pilate was satisfied that Christ had been

accused through malice and envy.

"Herod questioned Christ in many words, but throughout the Saviour

maintained a profound silence. At the command of the king, the decrepit and

maimed were then called in, and Christ was ordered to prove His claims by

working a miracle. Men say that Thou canst heal the sick, said Herod.

anxious to see that Thy widespread fame has not been belied. Jesus did not

respond."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

p. 729.

What did the chief priests and scribes continue to do? In what

cruel way was Jesus now mocked? To whom was He now sent? Verses

10, 11.

NOTE.—"Herod promised that if Christ would perform some mirade in

his presence, He should be released. . . . He now threatened Jesus, declaring

repeatedly that he had power to release or to condemn Him. But no sign from

Jesus gave evidence that He heard a word. Herod was irritated by this

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silence. It seemed to indicate utter indifference to his authority. . . . Herod's

face grew dark with passion. Turning to the multitude, he angrily denounced

Jesus as an impostor. Then to Christ he said, If you will give no evidence of

your claim, I will deliver you up to the soldiers and the people. They may

succeed in making you speak. If you are an impostor, death at their hands is

only what you merit; if you are the Son of God, save yourself by working a

miracle.

"No sooner were these words spoken, than a• rush was made for Christ.

Like wild beasts, the crowd darted upon their prey. Jesus was dragged this

way and that, Herod joining the mob in seeking to humiliate the Son of God.

Had not the Roman soldiers interposed, and forced back the maddened throng,

the Saviour would have been torn in pieces."—Id.,

pp.

730, 731.

What resulted from the sending of Jesus to Herod? Verse 12.

Jesus Again Before Pilate

How did Pilate summarize the proceedings against Jesus? What

did he offer to do to satisfy the Jews? Verses 13-16.

NOTE.—This was the third time, twice by Pilate and once by Herod, that

Jesus had been pronounced guiltless. This position the Roman governor should

have steadfastly maintained. But Pilate was a timeserver, willing to sacrifice

principle to be popular. His next step was a compromise.

Though one reads the story a hundred times, he wishes each time that

Pilate had proved true to his convictions and released Jesus. But he failed,

yielding truth and right little by little, and entangling himself more and

more securely in Satan's web.

What was customary for the governor to do at the time of the

Passover feast? What notorious man was then a prisoner in Jerusalem?

Verse 17; Matt. 27:15, 16.

What had Barabbas done? Luke 23:18, 19; John 18:40.

NOTE.—"The Roman authorities at this time held a prisoner named Barab-

bas, who was under sentence of death. This man had claimed to be the

Messiah. He claimed authority to establish a different order of things, to set

the world right. Under satanic delusion he claimed that whatever he could

obtain by theft and robbery was his own. He had done wonderful things

through satanic agencies, he had gained a following among the people, and

had excited sedition against the Roman government. Under cover of religious

enthusiasm he was a hardened and desperate villain, bent on rebellion and

cruelty."—Id.,

733.

10.

What choice did Pilate now give the Jews? What had he dis-

cerned about their motive in arresting Jesus? Matt. 27:17, 18.

NOTE.—"By giving the people a choice between this man and the innocent

Saviour, Pilate thought to arouse them to a sense of justice. He hoped to gain

their sympathy for Jesus in opposition to the priests and rulers. So, turning

to the crowd, he said with great earnestness, 'Whom will ye that I release unto

you? Barabbas, or Jesus which is called Christ

?"—Ibid.

A Warning From Pilate's Wife

11.

As Pilate sat on the judgment seat, what message did his wife

send him? Verse 19.

NOTE.—"Pilate was not left to act blindly. A message from God warned

him from the deed he was about to commit. In answer to Christ's prayer,

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the wife of Pilate had been visited by an angel from heaven, and in a dream

she had beheld the Saviour and conversed with Him. Pilate's wife was not a

Jew, but as she looked upon Jesus in her dream, she had no doubt of His

character or mission."—Id.,

p. 732.

After describing how there passed before Pilate's wife in a dream the

scenes in the judgment hall, the crucifixion, and the second coming of Christ

in glory, the author of "The Desire of Ages," continues: "With a cry of horror

she awoke, and at once wrote to Pilate words of warning. While Pilate was

hesitating as to what he should do, a messenger pressed through the crowd,

and handed him the letter from his wife, which read, 'Have thou nothing to

do with that just man: for I have suffered many things this day in a dream

because of Him.'

"—Ibid.

Christ or Barabbas

12.

What did the Jews persuade the multitude to do? What question

did Pilate ask the people? The answer? Verses 20, 21.

13.

What further question reveals Pilate's perplexity? What reply

did the people make? Verse 22.

14.

By what question did the governor show his dissatisfaction with

their purpose? What did the people persist in demanding? Verse 23.

NoTE.—"Like the bellowing of wild beasts came the answer of the mob,

Release unto us Barabbas. Louder and louder swelled the cry, Barabbas!

Barabbas! Thinking that the people had not understood his question, Pilate

asked, 'Will ye that

release unto you the King of the Jews?' But they cried

out again, 'Away with this man, and release unto us Barabbas 1"What shall

I do then with Jesus which is called Christ?' Pilate asked. Again the surging

multitude roared like demons. Demons themselves, in human form, were in

the crowd, and what could be expected but the answer, let Him be crucified'?"

—Id., p.

733.

15.

Seeing that he could not prevail with the people, how did he

show his desire to escape from the responsibility of his act? How did

the people defiantly reply? Verses 24, 25.

The Final Decision

16.

What argument that the Jews presented seemed to have the

greatest weight with Pontius Pilate? John 19:12, 15.

17.

What was Pilate's final decision regarding Jesus? Matt. 27:26.

NOTE.—"Pilate yielded to the demands of the mob. Rather than risk losing

his position, he delivered Jesus up to be crucified. But in spite of his precau-

tions, the very thing he dreaded afterward came upon him. His honors were

stripped from him, he was cast down from his high office, and, stung by re-

morse and wounded pride, not long after the crucifixion he ended his own

life. So all who compromise with sin will gain only sorrow and ruin."—

Id., p. 738.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

The responsibility of a decision.

The character of Herod.

The weakness of Pilate.

The nobility of Jesus.

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Lesson 7 for August 15, 1936

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Jesus Mocked; The Crucifixion

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Matt. 27:27-43; Mark 15:16-32; Luke 23:26-38; John

19:16-24.

MEMORY VERSE: "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his

life for his friends." John 15:13.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 741-749.

PLACES: Pilate's judgment hall; on the way to Calvary; Calvary.

PERSONS: Jesus; Pontius Pilate; Roman soldiers; priests and people; Simon of

Cyrene; two thieves, companions of Barabbas.

Jesus Mocked by Soldiers

After Pilate gave sentence against Jesus, to what place did the

soldiers take Him? Matt. 27:27.

NorE.—"Into the common hall," or governor's house. The whole band

gathered together to mock Jesus. He had endured six "trials": before Annas,

before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin at night, before the same body in the

morning, before Pilate, before Herod, and again before Pilate. At last, to

appease the mob, sentence was given against Him.

To what mocking ceremony did the soldiers subject Jesus? How

did they further show contempt for Him? Verses 28-30.

Jesus and Barabbas

What effort did Pilate again make to release Jesus? With what

words did he appeal to the people in behalf of Jesus? John 19:4, 5.

NoTE.—"Pilate now sent for Barabbas to be brought into

the

court. He

then presented the two prisoners side by side, and pointing to the Saviour he

said in a voice of solemn entreaty, 'Behold the Man' `I bring Him forth to you,

that ye may know that I find no fault in Him.'

"There stood the Son of God, wearing the robe of mockery and the crown

of thorns. Stripped to the waist, His back showed the long, cruel stripes, from

which the blood flowed freely. His face was stained with blood, and bore the

marks of exhaustion and pain; but never had it appeared more beautiful than

now. The Saviour's visage was not marred before His enemies. Every feature

expressed gentleness and resignation and the tenderest pity for His cruel foes.

In His manner there was no cowardly weakness, but the strength and dignity

of long-suffering. In striking contrast was the prisoner at His side. Every

line of the countenance of Barabbas proclaimed him the hardened ruffian

that he was. The contrast spoke to every beholder. Some of the spectators

were weeping. As they looked upon Jesus, their hearts were full of sympathy.

Even the priests and rulers were convicted that He was all that He claimed to

be."—"The Desire of Ages,"

735.

What did the chief priests still cry out? While giving sentence

against Jesus, what statement did Pilate repeat? Verse 6.

How did the Jews seek to excuse their desire to crucify Jesus?

What effect did their words have upon Pilate? Verses 7. 8.

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Degree of Pilate's Power

What information did he again seek from Jesus? When Jesus did

not answer, what statement did Pilate make? Verses 9, 10.

What did Jesus tell Pilate concerning the power Pilate had to put

Him to death? Verse 11.

NoTE.—Once more Pilate seeks to release Jesus. Once more he halts, waits,

hesitates, falters, fails.

Led Away to Be Crucified

As Jesus was led away to be crucified, what burden did He bear?

Verses 16, 17.

NoTE.—"A vast multitude followed Jesus from the judgment hall to

Calvary. The news of His condemnation had spread throughout Jerusalem,

and people of all classes and all ranks flocked toward the place of crucifixion.

. . . As Jesus passed the gate of Pilate's court, the cross which had been pre-

pared for Barabbas was laid upon His bruised and bleeding shoulders. . . .

The Saviour's burden was too heavy for Him in His weak and suffering con-

dition. . . . The crowd that followed the Saviour saw His weak and stagger-

ing steps, but they manifested no compassion. They taunted and reviled Him

because He could not carry the heavy cross. Again the burden was laid upon

Him, and again He fell fainting to the ground."—Id.,

pp. 741,742.

When Jesus could no longer carry the cross, upon whom was it

laid? Matt. 27:32.

NOTE.—"At this time a stranger, Simon a Cyrenian, coming in from the

country, meets the throng. He hears the taunts and ribaldry of the crowd; he

hears the words contemptuously repeated, Make way for the King of the

Jews. He stops in astonishment at the scene; and as he expresses his compas-

sion, they seize him and place the cross upon his shoulders.

"Simon had heard of Jesus. His sons were believers in the Saviour, but he

himself was not a disciple. The bearing of the cross to Calvary was a blessing

to Simon, and he •was ever after grateful for this providence. It led him to

take upon himself the cross of Christ from choice, and ever cheerfully stand

beneath its burden."—Id.,

p. 742.

10.

What companions of Barabbas were led along with Jesus to

crucifixion? Luke 23:32.

NOTE.—"Two companions of Barabbas were to suffer death at the same

time with Jesus, and upon them also crosses were placed."—/d.,

p. 741.

11.

Who followed Jesus on the way to the cross? What did Jesus

say of their weeping? Verses 27-31.

NOTE. `By

the green tree, Jesus represented Himself, the innocent Re-

deemer. God suffered His wrath against transgression to fall on His beloved

Son. Jesus was to be crucified for the sins of men. What suffering, then, would

the sinner bear who continued in sin? All the impenitent and unbelieving

would know a sorrow and misery that language would fail to express."—

Id., p.743.

Arrival at Calvary

12.

Upon arrival at Calvary, what was offered to Jesus? Matt. 27:33, 34.

NOTE.—"It was a merciful Jewish practice to give to those led to execution

a draught of strong wine mixed with myrrh, so as to deaden consciousness.

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This charitable office was performed at the cost of, if not by, an association of

women in Jerusalem. That draught was offered to Jesus when He reached

Golgotha. But having tasted it, and ascertained its character and object, He

would not drink

it."—"Life and Times of Jesus," Edersheim, Vol. 2,

pp.

589, 590.

"To those who suffered death by the cross, it was permitted to give a

stupefying potion, to deaden the sense of pain. This was offered to Jesus; but

when He had tasted it, He refused it. He would receive nothing that could

becloud His mind. His faith must keep fast hold upon God. This was His only

strength. To becloud His senses would give Satan an advantage."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

746.

13.

What was the arrangement of the crosses for those who were to

be crucified? Luke 23:33.

Crucified

14.

Being raised upon the cross, what prayer did Jesus offer for

others? Upon beholding His agony, what did the people, rulers, and

soldiers say? Verses 34-37.

15.

After Jesus was crucified, how was Scripture again fulfilled?

Matt. 27:35; Ps. 22:18.

Nom.—"The prophecy concerning His garments was carried out without

counsel or interference from the friends or the enemies of the Crucified One.

To the soldiers who had placed Him upon the cross, His clothing was given.

Christ heard the men's contention as they parted the garments among them.

His tunic was woven .throughout without seam, and they said, 'Let us not

rend it, but cast lots for it, whose it shall

be."—Ibid.

16.

What writing was placed above the head of Jesus on the cross?

Matt. 27:36, 37.

NOTE.—"The evangelists differ in the account of this title. Mark (15:26)

says it was 'The King of the Jews'; Luke (23:38), 'This is the King of the

Jews'; John (19:19), 'Jesus of Nazareth the King of the Jews.' But the

difficulty may be easily removed. John says that the title was written in

Hebrew, Greek, and Latin. It is not at all improbable that the inscription

varied in these languages."—Barnes.

17.

Who were crucified with Jesus? Verse 38.

18.

What did those do who passed by? Who besides these joined in

mocking Him? What taunting words did they say? Verses 39-43.

NorE,—"In their mockery of the Saviour,

the men who professed to be

the expounders of prophecy were repeating the very words which inspiration

had foretold they would utter upon this occasion. Yet in their blindness they

did not see that they were fulfilling the prophecy. Those who in derision

uttered the words, 'He trusted in God; let Him deliver Him now, if He will

have Him; for He said, I am the Son of God,' little thought that their testi-

mony would sound down the ages. But although spoken in mockery, these

words led men to search the Scriptures as they had never done before. Wise

men heard, searched, pondered, and prayed. There were those who never rested

until, by comparing scripture with scripture, they saw the meaning of Christ's

mission. Never before was there such a general knowledge of Jesus as when He

hung upon the cross. Into the hearts of many who beheld the crucifixion

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scene, and who heard Christ's words, the light of truth was shining."—"The

Desire of Ages," p. 749.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

"The thorns on His head were worn in my stead;

For me the Saviour died;

For guilt of my sin the nails drove in

When Him they crucified."

Lesson 8 for August 22, 1936

DAILY LESSON STUDY:

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THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SABBATH

Jesus on the Cross

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Matthew 27:44-56; Luke 23:39-49; Mark 15:33-41;

John 19:25-30.

MEMORY VERSE: "Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the

world." John 1:29.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 749-764.

PLACE: The hill called Calvary, the exact site now unknown, a short distance outside

the wall of Jerusalem; the temple, priests officiating.

PERSONS: Jesus; soldiers; priests and people; the two thieves; Mary, the mother

of Jesus; John, one of the disciples; a centurion.

Mocking Jesus

As Jesus hung on the cross, how was He taunted by the leaders

among the Jews? Matt. 27:41-43.

NorE.—"The theme that attracts the heart of the sinner is Christ, and Him

crucified. On the cross of Calvary, Jesus stands revealed to the world in

unparalleled love. Present Him thus to the hungering multitudes, and the light

of His love will win men from darkness to light, from transgression to obedience

and true holiness. Beholding Jesus upon the cross of Calvary arouses the

conscience to the heinous character of sin as nothing else can

do."—Mrs. E. G.

White, in Review and Herald, Nov. 22, 1892.

Who besides the priests and the multitude joined in railing upon

Him? Verse 44.

NoTE.—"The enemies of Jesus vented their rage upon Him as He hung upon

the cross. Priests, rulers, and scribes joined with the mob in mocking•the dying

Saviour. At the baptism

and

at the transfiguration the voice of God had been

heard proclaiming Christ as His Son. Again, just before Christ's betrayal, the

Father had spoken, witnessing to His divinity. But now the voice from heaven

was silent. No testimony in Christ's favor was heard. Alone He suffered

abuse

and mockery from wicked men."—*.,

p. 749.

The Penitent Thief

How did the manner and spirit of Jesus finally affect one of the

thieves? Luke 23:39-41.

What request did this man make of Jesus? Verse 42.

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NOTE.—"To Jesus in His agony on the cross there came one gleam of com-

fort. It was the prayer of the penitent thief. Both the men who were crucified

with Jesus had at first railed upon Him; and one under his suffering, only

became more desperate and defiant. But not so with his companion. This man

was not a hardened criminal ; he had been led astray by evil associations, but

he was less guilty than many of those who stood beside the cross reviling the

Saviour. He had seen and heard Jesus, and had been convicted by His teach-

ing, but he had been turned away from Him by the priests and rulers. Seeking

to stifle conviction, he had plunged deeper and deeper into sin, until he was

arrested, tried as a criminal, and condemned to die on the cross."—Id.,

749.

What answer did Jesus make to this petition? Verse 43.

NoTE.—"I say unto

thee

today, Thou shalt be with Me in Paradise. Christ

did not promise that the thief should be with Him in Paradise that day.' He

Himself did not go that day to Paradise. He slept in the tomb, and on the

morning of the resurrection He said,

am not yet ascended to My Father.'

But on the day of the crucifixion, the day of apparent defeat and darkness,

the promise was given. 'Today,' while dying upon the cross as a malefactor,

Christ assures the poor sinner, 'Thou shalt be with Me in Paradise.'

"—Id.,

p.751.

"It is well known that the punctuation of the Bible is not the work of the

inspired writers. Indeed, punctuation is but a modern art, the comma in its

present form having been invented in 1490 by a printer of Venice.

are

therefore at liberty to change the punctuation of Scripture as the sense may

require. In Luke 23:43, place the comma after 'today," and give the direct

instead of the inverted form of the verb, and the text reads, 'Verily I say unto

thee today, Thou shalt be with Me in Paradise.' There is now no lack of

harmony between this text and Christs later statement, that He had not yet

ascended to His Father."—"The

Desire of Ages," Appendix,

842, large

edition, Note 4.

Jesus Makes Provision for His Mother

What women are mentioned as standing by the cross? John 19:25.

Into whose care did Jesus commit His mother? What shows that

John understood the wish of Jesus? Verses 26, 27.

NOTE.—"0 pitiful, loving Saviour; amid all His physical pain and mental

anguish, He had a thoughtful care for His mother. He had no money with

which to provide for her comfort; but He was enshrined in the heart of John,

and He gave His mother to him as a precious legacy. Thus He provided for

her that which she most needed,—the tender sympathy of one who loved her

because she loved Jesus. And in receiving her as a sacred trust, John was

receiving a great blessing. She was a constant reminder of his beloved Master."

—"The Desire of Ages,"

752.

Darkness

What supernatural occurrence witnessed to the tragedy of the

cross? Matt. 27:45.

NoTE.—From twelve o'clock until three o'clock.

"In that thick darkness God's presence was hidden. He makes darkness

His pavilion, and conceals His glory from human eyes. God and His holy

angels were beside the cross. The Father was with His Son. Yet His presence

was not revealed. Had His glory flashed forth from the cloud, every human

beholder would have been destroyed. And in that dreadful hour Christ was

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not to be comforted with the Father's presence. He trod the winepress alone,

and of the people there was none with Him. In the thick darkness, God veiled

the last human agony of His Son."—Id.,

p. 753.

"A nameless terror held the throng that was gathered about the cross. The

cursing and reviling ceased in the midst of half-uttered sentences. Men, women,

and children fell prostrate upon the earth. Vivid lightnings occasionally flashed

forth from the cloud, and revealed the cross and the crucified Redeemer.

Priests, rulers, scribes, executioners, and the mob, all thought that their time

of retribution had come. After a while some whispered that Jesus would now

come down from the cross. Some attempted to grope their way back to the

city, beating their breasts and wailing in fear."—Id.,

p. 754.

Without Hope

9. About the ninth hour, with what pathetic appeal did Jesus startle

those around the cross? Verse 46.

NOTE.—Jesus suffered at this moment a sense of separation from the Father

as those at last will suffer who die without God and without hope. To Him it

seemed as if all light and love had been taken away, and that He would be

forever separated from His Father in heaven. Dying for the sins of the world,

He felt as one who is forever lost.

10. After this what did Jesus say? John 19:28.

11. What did some of the bystanders say about His cry? What did

one of them straightway do? What protest did others make? Matt.

27:47-49.

NOTE.—"When the darkness lifted from the oppressed spirit of Christ, He

revived to a sense of physical suffering, and said, 'I thirst.' One of the Roman

soldiers, touched with pity as he looked at the parched lips, took a sponge on

a stalk of hyssop, and dipping it in a vessel of vinegar, offered it to Jesus. But

the priests mocked at His agony. When darkness covered the earth, they had

been filled with fear; as their terror abated, the dread returned that Jesus

would yet escape them. His words, `Eloi, Eloi, lama Sabachthani,' they had

misinterpreted. With bitter contempt and scorn they said, 'This man caileth

for Elias.' The last opportunity to relieve His sufferings they refused. 'Let

be,' they said, 'let us see whether Elias will come to save Him.'

"—Ibid.

Is Finished

12. As Jesus gave up His life, what words of victory did He utter?

Verse 50; Luke 23:46.

NOTE.—The seven sayings of Jesus on the cross form a remarkable index

to the Christ-life, and a striking epitome of Christian experience:

(1)

"Father, forgive them; for they know.not what they do." Luke 23:34.

(2)

"Verily I say unto thee, Today shalt thou be with Me in Paradise."

Luke 23:43.

(3)

"Woman, behold thy son!" "Behold thy mother!" John 19:26, 27.

(4)

"My God, My God, why hast Thou forsaken Me?" Matt. 27:46.

(5)

"I thirst." John 19:28.

(6)

"It is finished." John 19:30.

(7)

"Father, into Thy hands I commend My spirit." Luke 23:46.

13. As Jesus died, what occurred in the temple in Jerusalem even

while the priests were offering sacrifices? Matt. 27:51, first part.

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NorE.—Type met antitype when Jesus died. "No longer need sinful, sor-

rowing humanity await the coming of the high priest. Henceforth the Saviour

was to officiate as priest and advocate in the heaven of heavens. It was as if

a living voice had spoken to the worshipers: There is now an end to all

sacrifices and offerings for

sin."—Id., p. 757.

14.

When Jesus died what phenomenon occurred in nature? What

other wonderful events came to pass? Verses 51-53.

NorE.—"Never before had the earth witnessed such a scene. The multitude

stood paralyzed, and with bated breath gazed upon the Saviour. Again

darkness settled upon the earth, and a hoarse rumbling, like heavy thunder,

was heard. There was a violent earthquake. The people were shaken together

in heaps. The wildest confusion and consternation ensued. In the surrounding

mountains, rocks were rent asunder, and went crashing down into the plains.

Sepulchers were broken open, and the dead were cast out of their tombs.

Creation seemed to be shivering to atoms. Priests, rulers, soldiers, executioners,

and people, mute with terror, lay prostrate upon the ground."—Id.,

p. 756.

15.

What effect did these things have upon the Roman centurion and

the men in his charge? What did they say? Verse 54.

16.

What company stood at a distance witnessing the terrible ordeal?

What relation had they sustained to Jesus in His work? Whose names

are mentioned? Verses 55, 56; Mark 15:40, 41.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

"Brother, He died for thee;

Live thou for Him."

Lesson 9 for August 29, 1936

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SABBATH

Burial and Resurrection of Jesus

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Matthew 27:57 to 28:4; Mark 15:42 to 16:4; Luke 23:50

to 24:2; John 19:38 to 20:1.

MEMORY VERSE: "I have glorified Thee on the earth: I have finished the work

which Thou gayest Me to do." John 17:4.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 769-780.

PLACE: Calvary.

PERSONS: Jesus; the disciples; Joseph of Arimathaea; Nicodemus, a member of the

Sanhedrin; Pontius Pilate, ruler of Judea; soldiers; Jews; the women; angels.

Introductory Note

Jesus was crucified in the morning on Friday. He died in the middle of

the afternoon. As it was against the Jewish law for criminals to remain on

the cross on the Sabbath, preparations were hastened for the removal of the

bodies. It was customary to bury those who were executed, in a plot of ground

set apart for that purpose. The disciples were greatly troubled, for they did

not want Jesus buried in a place of dishonor. They lingered at the cross after

the death of Jesus, not knowing what to do.

"With the death of Christ the hopes of His disciples perished. They looked

upon His closed eyelids and drooping head, his hair matted with blood, His

pierced hands and feet, and their anguish was indescribable. Until the last

they had not believed that He would die; they could hardly believe that He

was really dead. Overwhelmed with sorrow, they did not recall His words

foretelling this very scene. Nothing that He had said, now gave them comfort.

They saw only the cross and its bleeding victim. The future seemed dark

with despair. Their faith in Jesus had perished; but never had they loved

their Lord as now. Never before had they so felt His worth, and their need

of His presence."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

772.

Joseph Obtains the Body of Jesus

Who came to the cross after the death of Jesus? Matt. 27:57.

NorE.—Joseph was a "counselor," which probably means that he was a

member of the great council of the Sanhedrin. Luke 23:50, 51. Probably no

one but a member of that court would have dared ask such a favor of Pilate,

who alone could give permission for the removal of the body. Joseph had

secretly believed in Christ for some time, having but one friend to whom he

had divulged his feelings, namely, Nicodemus. Together they had decided to

brave indignation, and give the Saviour an honorable burial.

What request did Joseph make of Pilate? How did Pilate respond?

John 19:38.

When Joseph asked for the body of Jesus, what caused Pilate to

express wonder? Mark 15:43-45.

Died of a Broken Heart

Why were the Jews anxious for the bodies of the crucified men to

be taken away? With Pilate's permission what did the soldiers do?

Why was an exception made in the case of Jesus? John 19:31-33.

What did one of the soldiers do to make certain of the death of

Jesus? Verse 34.

What scriptures were fulfilled in these proceedings? Verses 36, 37.

NOTE.—"The Sabbath was now drawing on, and it would be a violation

of its sanctity for the bodies to hang upon the cross. So, using this as a pretext,

the leading Jews requested Pilate that the death of the victims might be

hastened, and their bodies be removed before the setting of the sun. Pilate was

as unwilling as they for the body of Jesus to remain upon the cross. His

consent having been obtained, the legs of the two thieves were broken to

hasten their death; but Jesus was found to be already dead. The rude soldiers

had been softened by what they had heard and seen of Christ, and they were

restrained from breaking His limbs. . . . The priests and rulers were amazed

to find that Christ was dead. Death by the cross was a lingering process; it

was difficult to determine when life had ceased. It was an unheard-of thing

for one to die within six hours of crucifixion. The priests wished to make sure

of the death of Jesus, and at their suggestion a soldier thrust a spear into the

Saviour's side. . . . But it was not the spear thrust, it was not the pain of the

cross, that caused the death of Jesus. That cry, uttered 'with a loud voice,' at

the moment of death, the stream of blood and water that flowed from His

side, declared that He died of a broken heart. His heart was broken by mental

anguish. He was slain by the sin of the world."—Id.,

pp.

771,772.

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Nicodemus Assisted

What other noted matt came to assist in the burial? What did he

bring? John 19:39.

How did they prepare the body of Jesus for burial? Where was

His body laid? Verses 40-42; Matt. 27:59-61.

NoTE.—"Gently and reverently they removed with their own hands the

body of Jesus from the cross. Their tears of sympathy fell fast as they looked

upon His bruised and lacerated form. Joseph owned a new tomb, hewn in a

rock. This he was reserving for himself, but it was near Calvary, and he now

prepared it for Jesus. The body, together with the spices brought by Nico-

demus, was carefully wrapped in a linen sheet, and the Redeemer was borne

to the tomb. There the three disciples [Joseph, Nicodemus, and John]

straightened the mangled limbs, and folded the bruised hands upon the pulse-

less breast. The Galilean women came to see that all had been done that

could be done for the lifeless form of their beloved Teacher. Then they saw

the heavy stone rolled against the entrance of the tomb, and the Saviour was

left to rest. The women were last at the cross, and last at the tomb of

Christ."—Id.,

pp.

773,774.

What was the day called on which Jesus was crucified? What day

was drawing near? Luke 23:54.

NOTE.-"It was the preparation, that is, the day before the Sabbath." Mark

15:42. The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia says of the use of this

word "preparation": "It is used as a technical term indicating the day of the

preparation for the Sabbath, that is, the evening of Friday. /This is its use in

Josephus, 'Antiquities,' XVI, vi, 2."

Mating the Sepulcher Sure

10.

What did the hatred of the chief priests and Pharisees lead them

to do on the Sabbath day? What saying of Jesus' did they call to Pilate's

attention? Matt. 27:62, 63.

Nom—How singular that these murderers of Jesus should remember

repeated prediction that He should rise again in three days, while His own

disciples, according to the testimony of one of the most devoted of them,

"knew not the scripture, that He must rise again," ( John 20:9), but were

found mourning and weeping when Mary Magdalene came to announce thee

resurrection, and even then "believed not." Mark 16:9-11.

The perfidy and hypocrisy of the priests and rulers who condemned Jesus

is shown in many things, and in none more than in the fact that while they

pretended to believe false witnesses who accused Jesus of desiring to destroy

the temple, and build it again in three days, yet they understood so well

Christ's prediction concerning His resurrection on the third day that they

obtained Pilate's consent, and sealed the tomb with the Roman seal, placing

a strong soldier guard about it.

11.

What request did they make of Pilate? What reasons did they

give for this precaution? What was Pilate's answer? How did they

make the sepulcher sure? Verses 64-66.

Norn.—"The priests gave directions for securing the sepulcher. A great

stone had been placed before the opening. Across this stone they placed cords,

securing the ends to the solid rock, and sealing them with the Roman seal. The

stone could not be moved without breaking the seal. A guard of one hundred

soldiers was then stationed around the sepulcher to prevent it from being

tampered with. The priests did all they could to keep Christ's body where it

had been laid. He was sealed as securely in His tomb as if He were to remain

there through all time."—Id.,

778.

They Rested on the Sabbath

12.

What did the women who came with Jesus do after witnessing

the burial of their Lord? Luke 23:55, 56.

13.

What had they purposed to do to the body of Jesus? When did

they attempt to carry their purpose into effect? Mark 16:1, 2: Luke 24:1.

NOTE—If possible, read of the observance of that Sabbath day as described

in "The Desire of Ages," page 774.

He is Risen!

14.

What had taken place before the women reached the tomb?

What was the appearance of this angel? Matt. 28:2, 3.

NoTE.—In Jesus' statement concerning His life, "I have power to lay it

down, and I have power to take it again," He coupled the words, "This corn-

mandment have I received of My Father." When Jesus yielded His life on the

cross. He said, "Father, into Thy hands

commend My spirit." Of that hour

when He received back the life He had thus committed unto the Father,

we read:

"The earth trembles and heaves as that powerful being from another world

approaches. He is coming on a joyful errand, and the speed and power of his

flight shake the world like a mighty earthquake. Soldiers, officers, and

sentinels, fall as dead men to the earth. . . . One of the commanding angels

who had, with his heavenly company, been keeping watch over the tomb of

his Master, joined the powerful angel who had just come from heaven. To-

gether they advanced to the sepulcher. The angelic commander laid hold of

the great stone at the mouth of the tomb, rolled it away, and sat upon it. His

companion entered the sepulcher and removed the wrappings from the face

and head of Jesus. Then, with a voice that caused the earth to tremble, he

called forth:—

"'Jesus, Thou Son of God, Thy Father calls Thee!'

"Then He who had earned the power over death came forth from the tomb

with the tread of a conqueror. As He arose from the dead, the earth reeled, the

lightning flashed, and the thunder rolled. An earthquake marked the hour

when Christ laid down His life. Another earthquake witnessed the moment

when He took it up again in triumph."—"Christ

Our Saviour,"

pp.

140, 141.

15.

How had the presence of the angel affected the guardians of the

tomb? What thrilling experience was theirs? Verse 4.

NoTE.—"Now, priests and rulers, where is the power of your guard?—

Brave soldiers that have never been afraid of human power, are now as captives

taken without sword or spear. The face they look upon is not the face of

mortal warrior; it is the face of the mightiest of the Lord's host. This mes-

senger is he who fills the position from which Satan fell. It is he who on the

hills of Bethlehem proclaimed Christ's birth. The earth trembles at his

approach, the hosts of darkness flee, and as he rolls away the stone, heaven

seems to come down to the earth. The soldiers see him removing the stone

as he would a pebble, and hear him cry, Son of God, come forth; Thy Father

calls Thee. They see Jesus come forth from the grave, and hear Him proclaim

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over the rent sepulcher, 'I am the resurrection and the life.' As He comes forth

in majesty and glory, the angel host bow low in adoration before the Redeemer,

and welcome Him with songs of praise."—Id.,

pp. 779, 780.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

Imagine Pilate's thoughts during the time between the crucifixion and the

resurrection.

The thoughts of the disciples.

The thoughts of priests and rulers.

The interest of the angels.

Lesson 10 for September 5, 1936

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THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SABBATH

Visits to the Sepulcher

LESSON SCRIPTURES: John 20:1-18; Matthew 28:5-15; Mark 16:1-11; Luke

24:3-12.

MEMORY VERSE: "Death is swallowed up in victory. 0 death, where is thy sting?

0 grave, where is thy victory?" 1 Cor. 15:54, 55.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 781-794.

PLACES: At the sepulcher; in Jerusalem.

PERSONS: Mary and the other women; an angel; Peter and John; Jesus.

The Women at the Sepulcher

In the early morning following the Sabbath, who came first to the

tomb where she had seen the body of Jesus placed? What astonished

her? What did

she

do and say? John 20:1, 2.

What did the other women do? Luke 24:1-3.

NOTE.—"The women had not all come to the tomb from the same direc-

tion. Mary Magdalene was the first to reach the place; and upon seeing that

the stone was removed, she hurried away to tell the disciples. Meanwhile the

other women came

up."—"The Desire of Ages," p. 788.

How had the stone been removed from the sepulcher? What effect

had the angel's presence had upon the soldier guard? Matt. 28:2-4.

As the women were perplexed over the empty sepulcher, who

appeared to them? What gentle reproof was given? What comforting

message was given

to them?. Verses 5, 6.

Of what were they reminded? Verse 7.

What were the women told to do? Mark 16:7.

NOTE.—"Tell

His disciples

and Peter."

Poor, discouraged, repentant Peter!

He is not forgotten by his Lord. Now, when risen from the dead, Jesus re-

members His sorrowing disciple, and fearing he will in his despondency

conclude that the Master does not care for him, He asks that Peter especially

be told He is risen from the dead. We have the same loving, compassionate

Saviour today.

What response did the women make? Matt. 28:8.

Peter and John Come to the Sepulcher

As soon as Peter and John heard from Mary that the body of Jesus

was not in the sepulcher, what did they do? Who arrived first? What did

he do? John 20:3-5.

What did Peter do as soon as he reached the tomb? What did he

see? Verses 6, 7.

NOTE.—"The disciples hurried to the tomb, and found it as Mary had

said. They saw the shroud and the napkin, but they did not find their Lord.

Yet even here was testimony that He had risen. The graveclothes were not

thrown heedlessly aside, but carefully folded, each in a place by itself. John

`saw and believed.' He did not yet understand the scripture that Christ must

rise from the dead; but he now remembered the Saviour's words foretelling

His resurrection.

"It was Christ Himself who had placed those graveclothes with such care.

When the mighty angel came down to the tomb, he was joined by another,

who with his company had been keeping guard over the Lord's body. As the

angel from heaven rolled away the stone, the other entered the tomb, and

unbound the wrappings from the body of Jesus. But it was the Saviour's hand

that folded each, and laid it in its place. In His sight who guides alike the

star and the atom, there is nothing unimportant. Order and perfection are

seen in all His work."—/d.,

789.

10.

Seeing Peter's boldness, what did John do? What did these dis-

ciples not yet know or understand? Verses 8, 9.

11.

After assuring themselves that Jesus was not in the tomb, where

did these two disciples go? Verse 10.

NOTE.—The individual characteristics of Peter and John are seen in their

visit to the tomb. Peter, rash and impetuous, went into the tomb as soon as

he reached it. John, more cautious and deliberate, first looked in, going in later.

Jesus First Appeared to Mary

12.

While the other women went to announce the resurrection (Matt.

2:7, 8) what did Mary Magdalene do? Verse 11.

NOTE.—After visiting the sepulcher, the disciples went to their home. Not

so with Mary Magdalene. She could not go home. She had lost her Lord, and

could not rest till she had found Him. She remained by the sepulcher to weep.

(Often to such anxious souls the Lord appears.) While she wept, her Lord

appeared with words of comfort. She was the first to greet Him after He had

risen from the dead.

13.

As Mary looked into the sepulcher, what did she see? What did

the angels ask her? What was Mary's reply? Verses 12, 13.

14.

As Mary turned to go, whom did she

see?

What did she not know?

What did she ask the supposed gardener? Verses 14, 15.

15.

How did Jesus reveal His identity to Mary? What did He then say

to her? Verses 16, 17.

NOTE.—"Now in His own familiar voice Jesus said to her, 'Mary' Now

she knew that it was not a stranger who was addressing her, and turning she

saw before her the living Christ. In her joy she forgot that He had been

crucified. Springing toward Him, as if to embrace His feet, she said, aabboni!

But Christ raised His hand, saying, Detain Me not; 'for I am not yet ascended

to My Father; but go to My brethren, and say unto them,

ascend unto My

Father, and your Father; and to My God, and your God.' And Mary went

her way to the disciples with the joyful message."—/d.,

790.

Jesus Appeared to the Other Women

16.

When Jesus returned to earth and met the other women who had

been to the sepulcher, what did He say to them? How did they show

their joy? What message did Jesus send by these women? Matt. 28:9, 10.

Disciples Do Not Believe

17.

When Mary and the other women told what they had seen and

heard, how did the disciples receive their message? Luke 24:10, 11;

Mark 16:9-11.

What the Roman Soldiers Were Doing

18.

While these events were taking place, what were the Roman

soldiers doing? What plan was laid by the priests and elders to prevent

the truth of the resurrection of Jesus from becoming known? Matt. 28:11-13.

NoTE.—"At sight of the angels and the glorified Saviour the Roman guard

had fainted and become as dead men. When the heavenly train was hidden

from their view, they arose to their feet, and as quickly as their trembling

limbs could carry them, made their way to the gate of the garden. Staggering

like drunken men, they hurried on to the city, telling those whom they met

the wonderful news. They were making their way to Pilate, but their report

had been carried to the Jewish authorities, and the chief priests and rulers sent

for them to be brought first into their presence. A strange appearance those

soldiers presented. Trembling with fear, their faces colorless, they bore testi-

mony to the resurrection of Christ. The soldiers told all, just as they had

seen it; they had not had time to think or speak anything but the truth. With

painful utterance they said, It was the Son of God who was crucified; we

have heard an angel proclaiming Him as the Majesty of heaven, the King

of glory.

"The faces of the priests were as those of the dead. Caiaphas tried to speak.

His lips moved, but they uttered no sound. The soldiers were about to leave

the council room, when a voice stayed them. Caiaphas had at last found speech.

Wait, wait, he said. Tell no one the things you have seen. A lying report was

then given to the soldiers."—Id.,

pp.

781, 782.

19.

How did the chief priests plan to keep the Roman soldiers from

receiving the penalty of sleeping on guard? What saying was com-

monly repoited? Verses 14, 15.

NorE.—"The soldiers were horrified at the thought of bringing upon them-

selves the charge of sleeping at their post. This was an offense punishable with

death. Should they bear false witness, deceiving the people, and placing their

own lives in peril? Had they not kept their weary watch with sleepless

vigilance? How could they stand the trial, even for the sake of money, if they

perjured themselves?

"In

order to silence the testimony they feared, the priests promised to

secure the safety of the guard, saying that Pilate would not desire to have

such a report circulated any more than they did. The Roman soldiers sold

their integrity to the Jews for money. They came in before the priests bur-

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dened with a most startling message of truth; they went out with a burden

of money, and on their tongues a lying report which had been framed for

them by the priests."—Id.,

782.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

The miracle of the resurrection.

"The dead in Christ shall rise first."

What the resurrection means to me.

Lesson 11 for September 12, 1936

DAILY LESSON STUDY: Place a check mark in the proper space.

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY1 THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SABBATH

On the Way to Emmaus; Jesus Appears to the

Disciples

LESSON SCRIPTURES: Luke 24:13-48; John 20:19-31; Mark 16:12-14.

MEMORY VERSE: "Be not faithless, but believing." John 20:27.

STUDY HELP: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 795-808.

PLACES: Emmaus, a village about eight miles from Jerusalem; the upper room in

a house in Jerusalem where Jesus ate the Passover with His disciples.

PERSONS: Jesus; Cleopas and an unnamed believer; the eleven, Thomas specially

named.

Two Disciples Going to Emmaus

Where did two of the believers go on the day of the resurrection?

Of what did they talk? Luke 24:13, 14.

NoTE.—The name "Emmaus" means "warm springs." This was a little

town about eight miles from Jerusalem. Its location is not now identified with

certainty. Doubtless the disciples left Jerusalem in the afternoon, for the day

was far spent when they reached Emmaus. These two disciples were not of

the twelve, but of "the rest." Luke 24:9.

Who joined them as they walked along the way? Why did they

not know Him? Verses 15, 16.

NoTE.—"Their eyes were holden." They were so absorbed in the con-

templation of their disappointed hopes, and so sad and troubled at the per-

plexing tidings they had received concerning the empty tomb and the absent

body of Jesus, that they did not observe the Stranger very closely.

What question did Jesus ask? What reply did Cleopas make?

Verses 17, 18.

To the further question of Jesus, what outstanding points were

related? Verses 19-24.

The Stranger Expounds Prophecy

How did the "Stranger" reply to their words? Verses 25, 26.

NoTE.—The word "fools" as here used means "dull," or, as Jesus explained,

"slow" to comprehend.

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How did Jesus try to help their understanding of what had taken

place? Verse 27.

NOTE.—"Christ referred to Himself as though He were another person.

They thought that He was one of those who had been in attendance at the

great feast, and who was now returning to his home. He walked as carefully

as they over the rough stones, now and then halting with them for a little rest."

—"The Desire of Ages,"

800.

Jesus might easily have convinced the disciples of His resurrection by

showing them His wounded hands, or revealing His power in some super-

natural way. But He desired that their belief in Him should rest, not on sight,

or on some miraculous revelation, but on the Scriptures.

like manner He de-

sires that we believe in Him, not because we see some miracle performed, but

on the plain statements of the Scriptures themselves.

At Emmaus

As they came near to Emmaus, what did Jesus do? What invitation

did the two disciples extend to Him? Verses 28, 29.

How was Jesus finally revealed to them? What did He then do?

What did they say one to another? Verses 30-32.

NoTE.—"The simple evening meal of bread is soon prepared. It is placed

before the guest, who has taken His seat at the head of the table. Now He

puts forth His hands to bless the food. The disciples start back in astonish-

ment. Their companion spreads forth His hands in exactly the same way as

their Master used to do. They look again, and lo, they see in His hands the

print of nails.

Both

exclaim at once, It is the Lord Jesus! He has risen from

the dead ! They rise to cast themselves at His feet and worship Him, but He

has vanished out of their sight."—Ibid.

The Two Disciples Return to Jerusalem

To what place did the two disciples immediately return? Whom

did they find together? What were the group saying? What did the two

late arrivals have to tell? Verses 33-35.

NOTE.—"With this great news to communicate they cannot sit and talk.

Their weariness and hunger are gone. They leave their meal untasted, and full

of joy immediately set out again on the same path by which they came, hurry-

ing to tell the tidings to the disciples in the city. . . . They go to the upper

chamber, where Jesus spent the hours of the last evening before His death.. . .

They find the door of the chamber securely barred. They knock for admission,

but no answer comes. All is still. Then they give their names. The door is

carefully unbarred, they enter, and Another, unseen, enters with them. Then

the door is again fastened, to keep out spies."—Id.,

pp.

800-802.

Jesus Appears to Them in the Upper Room

10.

While they were thus talking, who appeared to them? With what

words did He salute them? How did His appearance affect them? Verses

36, 37.

NorE.—"The travelers find all in surprised excitement. The voices of those

in the room break out into thanksgiving and praise, saying, 'The Lord is risen

indeed, and hath appeared to Simon.' Then the two travelers, panting with

the haste with which they have made their journey, tell the wondrous story

of how Jesus has appeared to them. They have just ended, and some are saying

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that they cannot believe it, for it is too good to be true, when behold, another

person stands before them. Every eye is fastened upon the stranger. No one

has knocked for entrance. No footstep has been heard. The disciples are

startled, and wonder what it means. Then they hear a voice which is no other

than the voice of their Master. Clear and distinct the words fall from His

lips, 'Peace be unto you.'

"—Id.,

pp. 802, 803.

11.

How did Jesus reprove them for their unbelief? How did He seek

to convince them of the reality of His presence? Verses 38-40.

12.

What further proof did He give? Verses 41-43.

13.

On what foundation did Jesus establish His words and His mis-

sion? Verses 44, 45.

14.

What reason did Jesus say the Scriptures give for His suffering,

death, and resurrection? What was to be the relationship of His dis-

ciples to those experiences? Verses 46-48.

Doubting Thomas

15.

Which of the disciples was absent when Jesus met with them?

What did Thomas say when the disciples told him they had seen the

Lord? John 20:24, 25.

16.

How long a time elapsed before Jesus met again with the

disciples? Who is especially mentioned as being present? How did

Jesus again greet them? Verse 26.

17.

What did Jesus say to Thomas? What was the reply of Thomas?

What lesson, kindly spoken, did Jesus give? Verses 27-29.

NorE.—"Many who are given to doubt excuse themselves by saying that

if they had the evidence which Thomas had from his companions, they would

believe. They do not realize that they have not only that evidence, but much

more. Many who, like Thomas, wait for all cause of doubt to be removed,

will never realize their desire. They gradually become confirmed in unbelief.

Those who educate themselves to look on the dark side, and murmur and

complain, know not what they do. They are sowing the seeds of doubt, and

they will have a harvest of doubt to reap. At a time when faith and confidence

are most essential, many will thus find themselves powerless to hope and

believe."—/d.,

pp. 807, 808.

17. Of what do we not have a complete record? Why are a portion of

Jesus sayings and works recorded? Verses 30, 31.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

The proof of my acceptance with God.

The experiences that tempt me to doubt.

The remedy for doubt.

The proof in this lesson that Jesus understands my thoughts.

Make the Thirteenth Sabbath—September 26

DOLLAR DAY in your school

By giving as many dollars as you have church members.

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Lesson 12 for September 19, 1936

DAILY LESSON STUDY:

Place a check mark in the proper space.

SUNDAY

I MONDAY I TUESDAY I WEDNESDAY I THURSDAY I FRIDAY I SABBATH

Jesus Appears Again to the Disciples; His

Ascension

LESSON SCRIPTURES: John 21:1-25; Matt. 28:16-20; 1 Cor. 15:3.7; Luke

24 :49-53.

MEMORY VERSE: "Lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world."

Matt. 28:20.

STUDY HELPS: "The Desire of Ages," pp. 809-835; "Acts of the Apostles," pp.

25-34.

PLACES: The Sea of Tiberias (Galilee) ; a mountain in Galilee, near the sea, thought

by some to be the mount where the Beatitudes were spoken; the Mount of Olives,

near Bethany.

PERSONS: Jesus; seven disciples; many believers; the eleven.

An Appointment Previously Made

Before His death, what appointment did Jesus make to meet with

His disciples? Matt. 26:32.

NOTE.—It

is interesting to note the different appearances of Jesus to His

disciples after He had risen from the grave. On the day of His resurrection,

Jesus had appeared to Mary Magdalene (John 20:11-17) ; to the other women

(Matt. 28:5-10) ; to two disciples going to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-31) ; to the

apostles, excepting Thomas (John 20:19-21). "After eight days," Jesus ap-

peared to the apostles, Thomas being present. John 20:24-29. The statement

is made in Luke 24:34 that He had also appeared to Simon Peter, and to

James (1 Cor. 15:3-7), but the occasions of these appearances are not re-

corded.

What reminder of this appointment was given to the disciples?

Matt. 28:5-7.

NOTE.—"Jesus

had appointed to meet His disciples in Galilee; and soon

after the Passover week was ended, they bent their steps thither. . . . Seven

of the disciples were in company. They were clad in the humble garb of fisher-

men; they were poor in worldly goods, but rich in the knowledge and practice

of the truth, which in the sight of Heaven gave them the highest rank as

teachers."—"The

Desire of Ages,"

809.

Where did Jesus meet the disciples? Which of them were together?

John 21:1, 2.

A Fishing Group

How did these men come to be on the water together? After a night

of failure, who stood on the shore? What did the disciples not know?

Verses 3, 4.

How did Jesus address them? What did He tell them to do? Upon

witnessing the wonderful result of obedience, what did John say? How

did Peter show his desire to meet Jesus? Verses 5-7.

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How did the other disciples reach the shore? When they landed,

what did they

see?

What did Jesus say? What was strange about the

catch of fish? Verses 8-11.

"Come and Dine

What invitation did Jesus give the disciples? What question did

they not dare ask? How was the meal served? How many times had

[esus met with a company of disciples since His resurrection? Verses

12-14.

Jesus Talks to Peter

When they had eaten, what did Jesus say to Peter? What answer

did Peter make? How were both question and answer emphasized?

Verses 15-17.

NorE.—"Three times Peter had openly denied his Lord, and three times

Jesus drew from him the assurance of his love and loyalty, pressing home that

pointed question, like a barbed arrow to his wounded heart. Before the

assembled disciples Jesus revealed the depth of Peter's repentance, and showed

how thoroughly humbled was the once boasting disciple."—Id.,

p. 812.

What contrast did Jesus next draw between Peter's early life and

the closing scenes in his career? Whom did Peter notice following them?

What was Peter curious to know? Verses 18-21.

NOTE.—"Jesus thus made known to Peter the very manner of his death ;

he even foretold the stretching forth of his hands upon the cross."—/d.,

p. 815.

10.

How was Peter's question answered? What false interpretation

was placed upon the words of Jesus? Verses 22, 23.

NOTE.—"It is the duty of every one to follow Christ, without undue anxiety

as to the work assigned to others."—Id.,

p. 816.

11.

what words does John reveal the identity of "that disciple"?

What does he say concerning other things which Jesus said and did

during His earthly ministry? Verses 24, 25.

The Appointment Kept

12.

Where did the disciples at last meet as Jesus had appointed?

Matt. 28:16.

13.

Who besides the apostles met with Him at this time? 1 Cor. 15:6.

14.

Notwithstanding the abundant proof of Jesus' resurrection, what

did some do? Matt. 28:17.

NOTE.—"At the time appointed, about five hundred believers were col-

lected in little knots on the mountainside, eager to learn all that could be

learned from those who had seen Christ since His resurrection. From group

to group the disciples passed, telling all they had seen and heard of Jesus,

and reasoning from the Scriptures as He had done with them. Thomas re-

counted the story of his unbelief, and told how his doubts had been swept

away. Suddenly Jesus stood among them. No one could tell whence or how

He came. Many who were present had never before seen Him; but in His

hands and feet they beheld the marks of the crucifixion; His countenance was

as the face of God, and when they saw Him, they worshiped Him. But some

doubted. So it will always be."—Id., p.

819.

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15.

What did Jesus say had been given to Him? What commission

was given to the disciples? How long will He be with His people?

Verses 18-20.

The Ascension of Jesus

16.

In His last talk with the eleven, to what promise did He refer?

Where were they to tarry until they received the power of the Holy

Spirit? Luke 24:49.

17.

To•what place did He then lead the little company? Verse 50.

NOTE.—"As the place of His ascension, Jesus chose the spot so often hal-

lowed by His presence while He dwelt among men. Not Mount Zion, the

place of David's city, not Mount Moriah, the temple site, was to be thus

honored. There Christ had been mocked and rejected. There the waves of

mercy, still returning in a stronger tide of love, had been beaten back by

hearts as hard as rock. Thence Jesus, weary and heart-burdened, had gone

forth to find rest in the Mount of Olives. . . . From this mountain He was

to ascend to heaven. Upon its summit His feet will rest when He shall come

again. Not as a man of sorrows, but as a glorious and triumphant king He

will stand upon Olivet, while Hebrew hallelujahs mingle with Gentile hosannas,

and the voices of the redeemed as a mighty host shall swell the acclamation,

`Crown Him Lord of all.'

"—Id.,

pp.

829, 830.

18. After giving His beloved disciples His parting blessing, what

occurred? Verse 51; Acts 1:9.

•

19.

While the disciples were watching as Jesus returned to heaven,

what promise was made concerning Him? Acts 1:10, 11.

NoTE.—"These angels were of the company that had been waiting in a

shining cloud to escort Jesus to His heavenly home. The most exalted of the

angel throng, they were the two who had come to the tomb at Christ's resur-

rection, and they had been with Him throughout His life on earth. With eager

desire all heaven had waited for the end of His tarrying in a world marred by

the curse of sin. The time had now come for the heavenly universe to receive

their King. Did not the two angels long to join the throng that welcomed

Jesus? But in sympathy and love for those whom He had left, they waited

to give them comfort, 'Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister

for them who shall be heirs of salvation?'

"—Id.,

pp.

831, 832.

Read the description of the Saviour's welcome to heaven in "The Desire of

Ages," pages 833, 834.

"From that scene of heavenly joy, there comes back to us on earth the

echo of Christ's own wonderful words, 'I ascend to My Father, and your

Father; and to My God and your God.' The family of heaven and the family

of earth are one. For us our Lord ascended, and for us He lives. 'Wherefore

He is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by Him,

seeing He ever liveth to make intercession for them.'

"—Id.,

835.

THINK ON THESE THINGS

The soon return of Jesus to this earth.

Events connected with His coming.

What I should be doing while I wait.

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Lesson 13 for September 26, 1936

DAILY LESSON STUDY: Place a check mark in the proper space.

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SABBATH

The Quarter's Lessons

Lesson 1.

Concerning what important event in Jesus' life had He been

teaching His disciples? What effect did His words have upon them? How

did He seek to comfort them? John 14.

Lesson 2.

What illustration did Jesus use to teach the relationship that

His followers sustain to Him and to the Father? Upon what condition does

abundant fruit bearing depend? John 15:1-15.

Lesson 3.

How does the praying Son of God reveal His humanity and

His dependence upon the Father? Matt. 26:36-56.

Lesson 4.

In what spirit did Jesus meet the false witnesses and the in-

human treatment of His enemies? How did Peter reveal his lack of courage

and loyalty to Jesus? Matt. 26:57-75.

Lesson 5.

Why was Jesus taken from the Jewish Sanhedrin to appear

before Pilate, the Roman governor? What motive led Judas to betray his

Master? What was the 'nature of his repentance? Luke 22:66 to 23:3;

Matt. 27:1-14.

Lesson 6.

Why was Jesus brought before Herod? How was Herod dis-

appointed? Yet what judgment did he render? What attempts did Pilate

make to release Jesus? Luke 23:4-25; Matt. 27:15-26.

Lesson 7.

To what mocking ceremony was Jesus subjected? What inci-

dent took place on the way to Calvary? What writing was placed above the

head of Jesus on the cross? Matt. 27:27-43.

Lesson 8.

What experience of Jesus on the cross shows that He is able

to save to the uttermost those who accept Him as the Saviour? What four

phenomena of nature took place while Jesus hung upon the cross? Matt.

27:44-56; Luke 23:39-49.

Lesson 9.

What two persons of distinction helped in the burial of Jesus?

How was the tomb made secure? What is recorded concerning the details of

the resurrection? Matt. 27:57 to 28:4.

Lesson 10.

Who were the first to discover the empty tomb? Who visited

the tomb that day? Under what circumstances did Jesus reveal Himself?

John 20:1-18.

Lesson 11.

How did Jesus make Himself known to the disciples who went

to Emmaus? Luke 24:13-48; John 20:19-31.

Lesson 12.

What circumstances attended the third appearance of Jesus

to His disciples? How many gathered on the mountainside to meet the ap-

pointment previously made by Jesus? What circumstances attended the

Saviour's ascension to heaven? John 21:1-25; Matt. 28:16-20; 1 Cor. 15:3-7;

Luke 24:49-53.

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